Ultimate Lightning Protection Design for Electrical Engineer

Welcome to the comprehensive course, "Ultimate Lightning Protection Design for Electrical Engineers," where you will delve into the intricacies of safeguarding electrical systems against the formidable force of lightning. This course has been meticulously crafted to empower electrical engineers with the knowledge and skills necessary to design robust lightning protection systems.

• Introduction to Lightning Protection System 1:12:25

  • 1: Introduction to Lightning Phenomena 17:05
  • 2: Lightning Effects and Damages 16:50
  • 3: Lightning Waveforms 11:30
  • 4: Course Slides PDF 27:00

• Risk Assessment Calculation 58:43

  • 5: Components of a Lightning Protection System 09:32
  • 6: Risk Assessment Calculation Using NFPA 780 31:21
  • 7: Risk Assessment Online Software and Excel 17:50

• Design of Air Temination System 1:59:26

  • 8: Methods of Air Termination Design 18:39
  • 9: Rolling Sphere Method 20:18
  • 10: Mesh Method 31:05
  • 11: Protective Angle Method 30:54
  • 12: Examples of Design 08:36
  • 13: Early Streamer System 09:54

• Down Conductors and System Accessories 34:59

  • 14: Down Conductors Design 06:08
  • 15: Cross-sectional Area of Conductors and Accessories of the System 28:51

• Design of the Lightning Protection System Using Autocad Software 1:48:43

  • 16: Adding Mesh Grid on the Roof Using Autocad 25:39
  • 17: Adding Air Terminal Rods Part 1 14:14
  • 18: Adding Air Terminal Rods Part 2 09:34
  • 19: Adding Down Conductors and Accessories 14:34
  • 20: Notes Regarding the Design 10:09
  • 21: Designing the Lightning Protection System with Only Vertical Air Terminals 34:33

Section 1: Introduction to Lightning Protection System

• Explore the fundamentals of lightning phenomena

• Understand the effects and potential damages caused by lightning

• Dive into the intricacies of lightning waveforms

Section 2: Risk Assessment Calculation

• Identify key components of a lightning protection system

• Learn risk assessment calculations using NFPA 780 standards

• Explore practical methods, including online tools and Excel, for risk assessment

Section 3: Design of Air Termination System

• Master various methods of air termination design

• Explore the Rolling Sphere Method for effective design

• Understand the Mesh Method for robust protection

• Learn about the Protective Angle Method for optimization

• Apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios with design examples

• Explore the innovative Early Streamer System in lightning protection design

Section 4: Down Conductors and System Accessories

• Master the design principles of down conductors

• Understand the significance of cross-sectional areas in conductor and accessory design

Section 5: Design of the Lightning Protection System Using Autocad Software

• Complete lightning protection system design including the mesh grid, air terminals, down conductors, and accessories.

Embark on this educational journey, equipping yourself with the expertise needed to design lightning protection systems. This course provides the knowledge and practical insights essential for safeguarding against the unpredictable forces of lightning.

• Electrical engineers seeking expertise in lightning protection system design
• Those interested in expanding their knowledge of international standards for lightning protection
• Professionals involved in the implementation of lightning protection systems

• No requirements needed

Electrical Designer

Lightning Protection System Design Engineer

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